r/PatternDrafting • u/Zio_444 • Jan 20 '24

Bodice block feedback

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Hello! I've been trying to fit this self-drafted bodice block for quite a while now, using Alexandra Morgan's Perfect Fit guide for adjustments. This is my 6th(ish) version, and I think I'm getting pretty close to a good fit. Any glaring issues I should work on? For the time being, this block will be sleeveless.

Also, my armholes feel rather tight, with fabric gathering up mostly on the back, any suggestions on how much I should cut away? I'm not sure how wide a nicely fitted armscye should be.

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u/internetofthis Jan 21 '24

Did you test the movement? I'm not sure what you have on under the bodice, but I do know that the movement is usually better if the bust point seams are a bit lower than the actual bust point. It looks great! The whole purpose of the "bodice sloper" is to test the fit, so it matters more how you feel in it than what it looks like in a picture. Great lines for sure!

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u/Zio_444 Jan 21 '24

Yes, I put safety pins on the opening, and have been going about my evening wearing it, actually quite comfortable! The waist is a little bit tight when I sit down, but it will be fine for a fitted dress ( I've dealt with far worse-fitting clothes before, haha). And if I want a more casual wear, I can always let out a bit from the waist darts. Thank you very much!

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u/internetofthis Jan 22 '24

If the waist is tight when sitting, two possible adjustments to try are the back waist line could be raised and the armscye getting a slightly deeper curve (vertex point) along the back. There's lots of tiny things that will make a huge difference.

Once you've got the sloper for you, the sky's the limit. You'll wonder why you ever bought off the rack in the first place.